The Pittsburgh Pirates have shown a surprising willingness to spend this offseason, notably signing first baseman Ryan O’Hearn to a two-year, $29 million contract, their first multiyear deal since 2016. They expressed interest in free agents Kyle Schwarber and Josh Naylor before they signed elsewhere and are now targeting pitcher Framber Valdez. However, with star pitcher Paul Skenes approaching arbitration, extending his contract could demonstrate the team’s commitment to competitiveness and attract more top free agents. Skenes, a two-time All-Star, has been dominant since his debut in 2024, making an extension crucial for the Pirates’ future.
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